Ballast Pump Mounting

[MJHKnox]

Add heat, hoses will be more flexible and easier to work with.

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[CJD]

1-1/2" ID hose is much thicker than you would think holding it in your hand. It'll bend, but likes to crimp when you do. Picture routing engine cooling hoses all over the engine bay and you get an idea of the size and scope! Fittings at 1-1/2" are very substantial too. The pump does have a mounting bracket on the side. It would just simplify so much not having to use the bracket. Mounted to the thru-hull will actually give the best access to the impellers. The limitation on bulkhead space in the V-drive engine bay will make impeller access harder if I have to move them to a bulkhead. The floor is the only real space easily accessible...just dont know if the brass fittings will survive long term.

[Wylietunes]

#2; Pumps are too heavy, so not a good idea. Also, the pumps are not waterproof, so not a good idea to mount below waterline.

1-1/2 ballast hose is no more rigid then 1" ballast hose. Side wall thickness is not much thicker then 1" ballast as well.